Sweetheart Heart Shaped Waffles (Printable)
Light and crispy heart-shaped waffles with a hint of vanilla, ideal for romantic or festive mornings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 2 tbsp granulated sugar
03 - 2 tsp baking powder
04 - 1/2 tsp baking soda
05 - 1/2 tsp salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 2 large eggs
07 - 1 3/4 cups whole milk
08 - 1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
→ Optional Toppings
10 - Fresh strawberries, sliced
11 - Whipped cream
12 - Maple syrup or honey
13 - Powdered sugar
14 - Chocolate chips
# Steps:
01 - Preheat your heart-shaped waffle iron according to manufacturer's instructions until ready indicator light activates.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk until fully incorporated and smooth.
04 - Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined—do not overmix. Small lumps in the batter are acceptable and will cook out.
05 - Lightly grease the preheated waffle iron with non-stick cooking spray or a small amount of melted butter using a pastry brush.
06 - Ladle or pour enough batter into the center of the waffle iron to cover approximately two-thirds of the cooking surface. Close the lid and cook for 3–5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
07 - Carefully remove the cooked waffle using heat-safe tongs. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining batter until all waffles are prepared.
08 - Serve the heart-shaped waffles immediately while warm. Top with fresh strawberries, whipped cream, maple syrup, powdered sugar, or chocolate chips as desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The inside stays incredibly light while the outside develops this gorgeous golden crunch that doesnt get soggy even under syrup
- These are the waffles that make someone feel special without requiring any fancy techniques or hard to find ingredients
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- The steam will slow down dramatically when the waffle is done, which is more reliable than a timer in my experience
- Letting the batter rest for 5 to 10 minutes before cooking makes a noticeable difference in texture
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- Separate the eggs and beat the whites until stiff peaks form, then fold them in at the end for incredibly light waffles
- Plug your waffle iron into an outlet near your serving area so you can cook these to order at the table for maximum freshness